Nepali Temple at Lalita Ghat
नेपाली मंदिर
A wooden Shiva temple built by a Nepali king in the 19th century, with carved window lattices and roof brackets in the style of the Kathmandu Valley.
The Nepali Temple, locally known as the Kathwala Mandir or 'Wooden Temple', stands above Lalita Ghat. King Rana Bahadur Shah of Nepal began building it in the early 19th century while in exile in Varanasi. It is dedicated to Pashupatinath, a form of Shiva. It is built entirely in the Newar style of the Kathmandu Valley, with terracotta brick walls, finely carved wooden windows and roof brackets, some of which bear erotic carvings. Lalita Ghat is connected to the Golden Temple by a corridor, so you can visit both on the same route. Shoes must be removed to enter, and a small donation is collected.
Opening hours
Approx. 06:00–19:00
Nearby sights
- Manikarnika Ghat
- Scindia Ghat
- Kashi Vishwanath Temple
- Man Mandir Ghat & Jantar Mantar
- Dashashwamedh Ghat
- Darbhanga Ghat
- Godowlia & Vishwanath Gali
- Panchganga Ghat & Alamgir Mosque